News Flash

Posted on: December 6, 2023

Public Hearing: SRN22-0002 Prairie Street Renaming

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The City of Denton City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, regarding a request to rename West Prairie Street to Dever Boulevard, between its intersections with South Welch Street and Bernard Str...

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Development Notices
Posted on: November 21, 2023

Public Hearing: PDA23-0001, St. Marks

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The City of Denton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider making a recommendation to City Council regarding a request by the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth for an amendment to an existing Planned Development D...

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Development Notices

News Flash

Posted on: October 31, 2023

A Busy Month for Economic Development

A Busy Month for Economic Development

The past several weeks have been busy for Economic Development, with staff attending the City Block Part and a Denton 360 event. While the events had different audiences (family and kids vs. local citizens) both events...

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Economic Development
Posted on: October 18, 2023

Small Business Profile- Beth Marie's Old Fashioned Ice Cream

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Denton Small Business Profile

In economic development, we see small business owners in Denton striving to make their business into something they can be proud of and share with their families. It's not just a way to express themselves or provide an income,...

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Economic Development
Posted on: September 1, 2023

Small Business Profile- M&B Tiny Shop

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Denton Small Business Profile

In economic development, we see small business owners in Denton hustling to make their businesses into something they can be proud of and share with their families. It's not just a way to express themselves or provide...

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Economic Development
Posted on: August 2, 2023

Small Business Profile- Chestnut Tree

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Denton Small Business Profile

In economic development, we see small business owners in Denton hustling to make their businesses into something they can be proud of and share with their families. It's not just a way to express themselves or provide...

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Economic Development
Posted on: December 8, 2021

Meet the 2021 Award Winners

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2021 Mayor-Council Business Awards

City of Denton recognizes local businesses

 

DENTON, TX, [December 8, 2021] –  Each year the Denton Mayor and City Council Members have the honor of recognizing local businesses for their excepti...

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Economic Development
Posted on: October 29, 2021

2021Mayor-Council Business Awards

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2021 Mayor-Council Business Awards

City of Denton recognizes local businesses

DENTON, TX, [October 27, 2021] –  Each year the Denton Mayor and City Council Members have the honor of recognizing local businesses for their exceptional support of City...

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Economic Development

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News Flash

Posted on: December 8, 2023

December 8, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: December 1, 2023

December 1, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: November 17, 2023

November 17, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: November 9, 2023

November 9, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: November 3, 2023

November 3, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: October 27, 2023

October 27, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: October 20, 2023

October 20, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: October 13, 2023

October 13, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: October 6, 2023

October 6, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: September 29, 2023

September 29, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: September 22, 2023

September 22, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: September 15, 2023

September 15, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: September 8, 2023

September 8, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: September 1, 2023

September 1, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: August 25, 2023

August 25, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: August 18, 2023

August 18, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: August 11, 2023

August 11, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: August 4, 2023

August 4, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: June 30, 2023

July 28, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: July 21, 2023

July 21, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: July 14, 2023

July 14, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: July 7, 2023

July 7, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: June 30, 2023

June 30, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: June 23, 2023

June 23, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: June 16, 2023

June 16, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: June 9, 2023

June 9, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: June 2, 2023

June 2, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: May 26, 2023

May 26, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: May 19, 2023

May 19, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: May 12, 2023

May 12, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: May 5, 2023

May 5, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: April 28, 2023

April 28, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: April 21, 2023

April 21, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: April 14, 2023

April 14, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: April 7, 2023

April 7, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: March 31, 2023

March 31, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: March 24, 2023

March 24, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: March 17, 2023

March 17, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: March 10, 2023

March 10, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: March 3, 2023

March 3, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: February 24, 2023

February 24, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: January 20, 2023

February 17, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: January 13, 2023

February 10, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: February 3, 2023

February 3, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: January 27, 2023

January 27, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: January 20, 2023

January 20, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: January 13, 2023

January 13, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: January 6, 2023

January 6, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: November 18, 2022

December 22, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: December 16, 2022

December 16, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: December 9, 2022

December 9, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: December 2, 2022

December 2, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: November 18, 2022

November 18, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: November 10, 2022

November 10, 2022 | Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: November 4, 2022

November 4, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: October 28, 2022

October 28 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: October 21, 2022

October 21, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: October 14, 2022

October 14, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: October 7, 2022

October 7, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: September 30, 2022

September 30, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: September 23, 2022

September 23, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: September 16, 2022

September 16, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: September 9, 2022

September 9, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: September 2, 2022

September 2, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: August 26, 2022

August 26, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Posted on: August 19, 2022

August 19, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: August 12, 2022

August 12, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Friday Staff Report to City Council
Posted on: August 5, 2022

August 5, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Posted on: May 23, 2022

Current Job Opportunities

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Work with the best team in Texas! There are a variety of open positions currently open in the City of Denton. Visit Current Job Opportunities and the Human Resources Page for more information and to see the open opportunities.

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Posted on: December 4, 2023

Exciting Times in Public Art

The "Foundations of our History" mural on the underpass of traintracks

These are exciting times in Public Art here in the City of Denton! In October we officially unveiled the latest addition to the City’s outdoor sculpture inventory – Christine Sander’s vibrant work, “Serve,&rdquo...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: November 27, 2023

Help us "Design Downtown Denton!"

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The City of Denton and its Downtown district have experienced significant changes since the adoption of the Downtown Master Plan in 2002. City planning staffalongside consulting partners at Mend Collaborative, are now embarkin...

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Posted on: November 6, 2023

Honoring Veterans

Man saluting to flag and wreath placed at podium

Veteran’s Day was preceded by Armistice Day in 1918. On November 11, 1918, at the 11th hour, the peace treaty was signed to officially end World War I.  This day was set aside to honor members of the armed forces who were killed in Worl...

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Posted on: November 13, 2023

NOW OPEN: Denton Tennis & Pickleball Center

Mayor and staff ribbon cutting at the new tennis center

On Saturday, October 14, 2023, the grand opening of the highly anticipated Denton Tennis & Pickleball Center was held. This facility is the ultimate destination for tennis and pickleball players. With a budget of $5.19 million dollars, made p...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: November 20, 2023

Denton Parks and Recreation Funding

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The Denton Parks and Recreation Department funds its projects, programs, and operations from a number of revenue sources provided by local, state, and federal levels of government. The Parks D...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: October 2, 2023

New Mobile Recreation Unit

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Introducing: Park and Play - Your Passport to Fun and Fitness!

We are thrilled to introduce you to our brand-new Mobile Recreation Unit. In today’s fast-paced world, finding time to stay active and enjoy recreational activities can be challenging. That’s w...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: September 25, 2023

Lake Forest Park New Glow Rocks for Trail

Trail with glow in the dark rocks

In spring 2021 the City began performing upgrades to Lake Forest Park. The work began with rehabilitation of the dam which included dredging of lake, rebuil...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: September 11, 2023

Hispanic Heritage Month

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Hispanic Heritage Month began as Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968 and in 1988 President Ronald Regan officially recognized Black History Month. September 15th – October 15th was chosen as the celebration period because it is the anniversary of ind...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: September 18, 2023

Parks and Recreation Metrics

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The City of Denton Parks and Recreation Departments boasts a network of parks and recreation spaces that epitomize our mission to Unite, Grow, Play! Parks and recreation shape our landscapes; more importantly, they shape our lives. Proximity to high-quali...

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Posted on: September 4, 2023

National Senior Center Month 2023

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National Senior Center Month 2023

Every September our country celebrates and recognizes the month as National Senior Center Month. The Administration for Community Living and the National Council on Aging, two of our nation's leading advocates for aging we...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: August 7, 2023

Annual Back to School Party

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As the summer sun begins to set, the anticipation of a new school year dawns upon us. At our community, we believe in fostering a spirit of togetherness, growth, and enjoyment, and what better way to kick off the academic journey than with an unforgettabl...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: August 14, 2023

Dog Days of Denton

Embrace the Dog Days of Denton 2023: A Pawsome Guide to Canine Fun!

Hot summer days, wagging tails, and a vibrant community—welcome to the Dog Days of Denton 2023! This year's event, hosted by the Denton Parks Foundation, promises a delightful celebration ...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: July 31, 2023

National Senior Citizens Day

Denton Senior Playing Table Tennis

August 21 is National Senior Citizens Day and the best way to celebrate is by honoring a senior in your life. President Ronald Reagan proclaimed August 21, 1988, as the first National Senior Citizen's Day. He wrote "For all they have achieve...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: July 26, 2023

Improvement to the North Lakes Disc Golf Course

Disc Golf Course

On July 6, construction began on new tee boxes at the Creekside disc golf course at North Lakes Park.  A total of (18) 12’ circular tees are being installed to&...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: July 24, 2023

Unveiling the Future: Denton Tennis & Pickleball Center

Photo of the new tennis Sculpture at the Denton Tennis Center

Since February of 2022, North Rock Construction has been constructing the highly anticipated Denton Tennis & Pickleball Center. This facility is set to become the ultimate destination for tennis and pickleball enthusiasts alike. With...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: July 17, 2023

Elevating Our Community: ARPA-Funded Park Projects Approved by City Council

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Earlier this fiscal year, the City Council approved the allocation of $3.7 million dollars from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for a series of transformative park improvement projects. These initiatives are set to enhance ou...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: July 10, 2023

Disability Visibility Month

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Disability Visibility Month, also known as Disability Pride Month, is celebrated in July in commemoration of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that was passed in 1990. The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of di...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: June 26, 2023

Denton is Aging and Growing

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Many things shifted throughout and because of the pandemic. We've seen shifts in buying patterns, housing markets, and technology trends, but have you thought about the shift in programming for senior centers recently? With recreation centers spe...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: June 19, 2023

The Hidden Benefits of Parks

Avondale Park Bench

Parks and green spaces are essential components of a healthy and vibrant city and offer numerous benefits to individuals and the community, including opportunities for improved physical and mental health. These benefits became explicitly apparent during t...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: June 12, 2023

New Amenities at Sequoia Park

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If you have visited Sequoia Park recently you have noticed sidewalk connections to the neighborhood, a new play structure, and a pavilion.  The sidewalk connections and playground amenities are part of Phase 1 of the overall improvement plan for ...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: June 5, 2023

New StoryWalk© coming to Fred Moore Park

Story boards along a trail path

You may have seen the StoryWalk© featured among businesses on the Denton Square and we are proud to announce a second location coming soon to Fred Moore Park located at 501 S. Bradshaw Street. This is a project ...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: May 4, 2023

Celebrate National Bird Day

Birdwatching is a fascinating activity that allows us to observe and appreciate the beauty and diversity of the avian world. Denton boasts an impressive range of native bird species, making it a great destination for birdwatching enthusiasts. The city has...

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Posted on: May 29, 2023

North Lakes Park Librada "Lily" Cantu Inclusive Playground Project

City Council adopted the Parks, Recreation, and Trails System Master Plan on March 1, 2022, which prioritizes the development of an inclusive playground within the City. In light of this, the Librada "Lily" Cantu Playground - a current 2-5 &...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: May 22, 2023

Parks and Recreation Volunteer Highlight

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Meet Vivian C. Young, who is a volunteer at MLK Jr. Rec Center and on the Martin L. King, Jr. Advisory Board, Chair!

Vivian has been volunteering at the MLK Jr. Rec. Center since 2013. Her favorite thing about volunteering is coming together with others to...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: May 15, 2023

Community Health Fair

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Are you looking for healthcare resources in Denton? Come check out all that Denton has to offer through our Health Fair. This is an educational opportunity to learn about the health care we have in our community! 

The Martin L. King, Jr. Recreatio...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: May 1, 2023

Cinco de Mayo

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Cinco de Mayo is a celebration that commemorates Mexico’s victory at the Battle of Puebla in 1862 over the Second French Empire. The Mexican army was smaller than the Second French army; therefore the 3-year victory provided encouragement, pride...

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Posted on: May 8, 2023

May is National Water Safety Month

Denton Swim Lessons

Did you know drowning can happen in less than 2 minutes AND with many people around? In honor of National Water Safety Month, we wanted to give you a few pointers on water safety for your family and home! 

Swimming season is here! Whether you are ...

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Posted on: April 4, 2023

John Whitmore Retirement

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Happy Trails!

After 22 years of service to the Denton community, and over 40 in the industry, Parks Planning Manager, John Whitmore is retiring.

John has contributed to the park, recreation, and leisure field in many ways ranging from the community level to...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: April 3, 2023

Electronic Box Art Program

Traffic Box Wrap Locations

The City’s Public Art Program will begin wrapping a number of traffic boxes in the Original Denton District (ODD) with art produced by Denton ISD Students. The artwork is printed on vinyl, which is then adhered to the traffic box by professional...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: April 24, 2023

What is Athletics?

Denton Parks and Rec Blastball

The City of Denton Parks and Recreation department has a whole division dedicated to Athletics. You may ask yourself what does that consist of? As a team, we provide recreational sports programs and events to the community. These programs are designed to ...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: April 17, 2023

Volunteer Appreciation Week

Volunteer

April is National Volunteer Appreciation month and with that, the City of Denton and the Parks and Recreation Department would like to recognize the efforts our citizens have put into helping the community. Since 1991 the month of April has been a time to...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: April 10, 2023

Asian Pacific Heritage Month

Photo of Women from Asian Pacific Heritage Month Event

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month began as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week in 1977, and in 1990, Congress extended the observance to a month. In 1990, President George H.W. Bush annually designated May as the first “Asian/P...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: March 27, 2023

Bowling Green Grant

Denton Bowling Green Map with planned updates

On August 1, 2022, the Parks and Recreation Department submitted a grant application to Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) for the Local Park Grant for improvements at Bowling Green Park. This grant provides funding for 50% of the proposed construction. On J...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Clear Creek has River Otters

River Otters in a field at Clear Creek at night

Yes, we have them at Clear Creek. There have been many occasions where something was spotted in the water, but determining whether it was a beaver, otter, or nutria always eluded us. Until recently. Two months ago Dan caught a family of otters on a game c...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: March 13, 2023

Adapted Rec Bring's Recreation to All

Adapted Recreation making pizzas with a variety of people at five different tables

Adapted and Inclusive Recreation, or AIR, is the City’s Parks and Recreation program for individuals with physical, intellectual, and emotional disabilities. All programs are designed with a range of abilities in mind and have equipment and instruction fo...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: February 13, 2023

Black History Month

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Black History Month began as National Negro Week in 1926 and in 1976 President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month.  February was chosen as the celebration month because it encompasses the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Fredri...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: February 27, 2023

Parks and Recreation Volunteer Highlight

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Denise has been serving at the Denton Senior Center as a volunteer in numerous capacities over the years. She serves on the volunteer Advisory Council and advocates for other members of the center. Her main priority currently is serving as the Library Com...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: February 6, 2023

Heart Health Month

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Your Heart is one of the most important organs in your body. Here are some easy tips to keep your heart healthy and ticking all year long!  1. Get Moving - Working out 150 minutes a week of aerobic activity is optimal, but getting off th...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: February 20, 2023

Aquatics Water Park Project Update

Picture of the New Kiddie Pool area at the water park

This week kicked off with contractors on site to finish details on the WWP bathhouse floors where another clear coat was applied and polishing took place. Facilities will be on-site in the next week to begin painting the walls. Repairs to the benches will...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: January 2, 2023

New Year, New You

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Stay fit in the new year

Take advantage of the cooler weather with a morning walk or run. Studies have shown that exercising outside reduces stress and improves your mood.

Don’t get off track. Stay motivated to stick to your exercise routine by en...

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Posted on: January 9, 2023

MLK Jr. Day Celebration

MLK poster

The Parks and Recreation Department will host the annual Martin L. King, Jr. Day Commemoration Program on Monday, January 16. This year’s theme is taken from the title of Dr. King’s 1964 book, Why We Can’t Wait.  Pas...

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Posted on: January 23, 2023

Parks and Recreation Replaces Trash and Recycling Containers with a Grant

New Recycling bins and trash cans

The City of Denton Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) wanted to reduce the amount of litter in its parks while improving the amount of uncontaminated recycled materials. The parks have traditionally used fifty-five-gallon drums with trash bag liners t...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: December 12, 2022

Healthy Holidays

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The holidays can be a fun and festive time, but it comes with its own stresses and challenges; this is especially true when it comes to our health! Here are some helpful tips from the staff at the Denton Senior Center on how to make it through this holida...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: November 21, 2022

Healthy Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving health and fitness word cloud

Stay fit During Thanksgiving

Colder weather, pumpkin spice lattes, and Thanksgiving feasts. Here are a few ways to prioritize health and fitness as the season changes from summer to fall.

Take advantage of the cooler weather with a morning walk. Studies hav...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: November 28, 2022

Tree Giveaway Wrap Up

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Keep Denton Beautiful (KDB) hosted its 24th Annual Community Tree Giveaway on Saturday, Oct. 22. At the drive-thru event, 700 trees were distributed to Denton residents to plant at their homes. More than 50 volunteers and staff members worked together to ...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: November 7, 2022

Wreaths Across America

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Wreaths Across America is a program whose mission is to Remember, Honor and Teach. Annually, Wreaths Across America partners with various civic organizations, schools, scouts, and religious organizations across the country to place a wreath on each hero&a...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: October 24, 2022

Healthy Halloween

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Stay fit During Halloween

Colder weather, pumpkin spice lattes, and Halloween candy. Here are a few ways to prioritize health and fitness as the season changes from summer to fall.

Take advantage of the cooler weather with a morning walk. Studies have shown...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: October 10, 2022

Benefits of Taking a Walk in Nature

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It's National Take a Walk to a Park Day! In honor of the national holiday, we would like to highlight the benefits of walking in nature. 

Most everyone knows the exercise benefits of walking, but did you know walking outdoors in nature ha...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: October 31, 2022

Cole Ranch Neighborhood Park

Map of Cole Ranch Neighborhood Park

Cole Ranch Neighborhood Park #1

On September 12, the Parks, Recreation, and Beautification board adopted the conceptual master plan for the neighborhood park of Cole Ranch, phase 1. The City of Denton annexed Cole Ranch in 2006 and was classified as the Co...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: October 17, 2022

Parks and Recreation Rental Spaces Available

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Recreation Center Birthday Party Packages

Host your child’s next birthday party at one of Denton’s recreation centers! Our 1 ½ hour birthday packages include a decorated party room, your choice of 45-60 min of activity, table...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: November 14, 2022

Mountain Bike Trail

Mountain Bike Trail

Last November the City of Denton, Parks and Recreation and biking community celebrated the official grand opening of the Hartlee Field Mountain Bike Trail in northeast Denton.  The 5.3-mile-long single-track trail was built by a core group of vol...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: September 26, 2022

Women's Health and Fitness Day

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Recognizing that women have specific needs when it comes to health and wellness, National Women's Health and Fitness Day was established in 2002 and is celebrated every year on the last Wednesday of September. This year we will celebrate on Septe...

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Parks and Recreation
Posted on: June 29, 2022

Lawn Management and the Challenges of KR Bluestem

KR Bluestem growing tall around headstones in IOOF Cemetery Denton, TX

How often have you mowed your lawn over the weekend only to find tall weeds growing up to your knees seemingly overnight? You could be dealing with fast-growing King Ranch (KR) Bluestem, an invasive bunchgrass known to grow as much as two to three feet in...

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Parks and Recreation

News Flash

Posted on: November 28, 2023

FindHelp Denton County Releases Online Resource Directory Focused on Support Services

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DENTON, TX, Nov. 28, 2023 – Denton County has collaborated with the City of Denton and the City of Lewisville to release a digital resource directory, which outlines all available support services and programs for the community. FindHelp Denton C...

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Press Releases
Posted on: October 12, 2023

City of Denton Parks and Recreation Earns National Accreditation

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Recognition marks City’s commitment to excellence in operation and service

DENTON, TX, Oct. 12, 2023 – Today, City Manager Sara Hensley announced that the City of Denton’s Parks and Recreation Department has earned national accreditation for standards of excellence through the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation...

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Press Releases
Posted on: October 18, 2023

City Manager Sara Hensley Announces Leadership Appointments

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DENTON, TX, Oct. 18, 2023 – Today, City Manager Sara Hensley announced several appointments to the City of Denton leadership team. 

“Our City’s blueprint for organizational success includes the recruitment and retention of talented employees that ...

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Press Releases
Posted on: October 16, 2023

City of Denton Invites Public Feedback on Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance

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Learn about the different ways that residents and businesses are able to participate

DENTON, TX, Oct. 16, 2023 – The City of Denton is encouraging residents and businesses to participate in the public feedback process for a proposed Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance. 

Fair chance hiring initiatives (also known as “ban the box” initiati...

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Press Releases
Posted on: October 11, 2023

City of Denton Receives National Recognition for Video Production

NATOA Trophy

DENTON, TX, Oct. 11, 2023 – On Thursday, Oct. 5, the award-winning Denton Television (DTV) team of the City’s of Denton’s Marketing & Communications Department, which includes Denton Television (DTV) video production staff, was recognized as a finalis...

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Press Releases
Posted on: October 9, 2023

Dustin Sternbeck named Chief Communications Officer for the City of Denton, Texas

Dustin Sternbeck Headshot

Denton, TX, Oct. 9, 2023 - Following a national search, City Manager Sara Hensley is pleased to announce the selection of Dustin Sternbeck as the City of Denton’s first Chief Communications Officer. In this role, Mr. Sternbeck will be responsible...

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Press Releases
Posted on: September 27, 2023

City Council Adopts FY 2023-24 Budget and Tax Rate

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Budget Focuses on Efficient Services While Planning Toward Future Growth and Opportunities

DENTON, TX, Sept. 26, 2023 – At its Sept. 26 meeting, the Denton City Council adopted its Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24 budget and tax rate, demonstrating its commitment to fiscal responsibility, efficient service delivery, and community well-being. 

T...

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Press Releases
Posted on: September 1, 2023

Denton Fire Department Secures $2,035,458 SAFER Grant

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The 2022 SAFER grant will fund six (6) full-time firefighters over a 3-year period.

DENTON, TX, Sept. 1, 2023 - The Denton Fire Department (DFD) is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a $2,035,458 grant through the 2022 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program. This significant grant, funded by the Depa...

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Press Releases
Posted on: August 18, 2023

City of Denton Empowers Local Nonprofits with Grants through ARPA

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$1,151,111 Helps Local Nonprofits Continue Providing Essential Services to the Community

DENTON, TX, Aug. 17, 2023 - The City of Denton is proud to announce the awarding of grants to eight (8) local nonprofits through its Capacity Building Grant for Nonprofits, demonstrating its commitment to bolstering support for community partners and enha...

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Press Releases
Posted on: May 22, 2023

Denton Police Department Information and Data Related to Marijuana Possession

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DENTON, TX, May 22, 2023 – The Denton Police Department recently published the latest available information on all marijuana-related citations and arrests from Nov. 9, 2022, through May 2, 2023, on the department’s open data portal.

Previously, Denton PD r...

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Press Releases
Posted on: March 7, 2023

City Launches Strategic Dashboard

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The new public-facing tool shares progress toward Key Focus Areas

DENTON, TX, March 7, 2023 – During the March 7, 2023 City Council meeting, staff unveiled the new, public-facing strategic dashboard that will display the progress that is being made toward the City Council key focus areas. The dashboard will improve publ...

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Press Releases
Posted on: March 3, 2023

Denton Fire Department is Awarded International Accredited Status

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The department was recognized at the 2023 CFAI Hearing at CPSE Excellence Conference in Orlando, FL

DENTON, TX, Mar. 1, 2023 – The Denton Fire Department in Denton, Texas has received Accredited Agency status with the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) for meeting the criteria established through the CFAI’s voluntary self-ass...

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Press Releases

News Flash

Posted on: December 3, 2023

2-Alarm Structure Fire Displaces More Than 20, One Deceased

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DENTON, TX, Dec. 3, 2023 – One man is dead and an investigation is completed following a structure fire that occurred at the Ridgecrest Apartments in the 1200 block of Dallas Drive early this morning.

At 1:55 a.m., the Denton Fire Department was dispatched...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: October 24, 2023

Pedestrian Injured in Hit-and-Run Crash

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Oct. 24, 2023 – The Denton Police Department requests the public’s assistance with identifying the driver and locating the vehicle involved in a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a pedestrian on Mon...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: October 24, 2023

Police Investigating Fatal Shooting

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Oct. 24, 2023 – The Denton Police Department continues to investigate a shooting that left a person dead Monday night.

At 9:59 p.m. Monday, Oct. 23, officers responded to a shooting call at an apartment complex in th...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: October 19, 2023

Two Arrests Made in Connection to Sunday’s Fatal Shooting

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Oct. 19, 2023 – Denton PD detectives have arrested two individuals in connection to a fatal shooting that took place Sunday morning. 

On Oct. 15, at 2:37 a.m., officers were dispatched to reports of a shooting in the...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: October 15, 2023

Fatal Shooting Investigation Ongoing

Denton Police Department Media Release

 

DENTON, TX, Oct. 15, 2023 – Denton PD detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the 800 block of Cross Timber St. early Sunday morning.

On Oct. 15 at approximately 2:37 a.m., officers were dispatched to rep...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: October 9, 2023

Police Seek Assistance in Identifying Vehicle Involved in Fatal Pedestrian Collision

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Oct. 9, 2023 – The Denton Police Department continues to seek the public’s help in identifying and locating the vehicle that fatally struck a pedestrian on Sunday, Sept. 24.

Traffic investigators are search...

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Posted on: September 25, 2023

Fatal Pedestrian Collision Under Investigation

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Sept. 25, 2023 – The Denton Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying the vehicle that failed to stop after striking a pedestrian on Sunday night. 

At 10:19 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24, officers were ...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Denton Police Lieutenant Graduates from FBI National Academy

Denton Police Department Media Release

Chief Doug Shoemaker?has announced that Lt. Preston Pohler has graduated as a member of the 287th session of the FBI National Academy. The graduation took place at the National Academy in Quantico, Virginia on Thursday, Sept. 14.?Lt. Poh...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: August 22, 2023

Sexual Assault Suspect Indicted in Relation to 1993 and 1997 Cold Cases

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Aug. 21, 2023 – One male suspect has been arrested and indicted for two counts of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child, and three counts of Aggravated Sexual Assault after Denton PD detectives were able to prove DNA evidence...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: August 13, 2023

Suspect Arrested for Multiple Counts of Aggravated Robbery

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Aug. 13, 2023 – The suspect responsible for multiple aggravated robberies that took place Thursday evening has been identified and arrested.

On Thursday, August 10 at 5:01 p.m., officers were dispatched to an aggravated robbe...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: July 13, 2023

Update: Man Arrested for Murder Following Shooting

Denton Police Department Media Release

UPDATE: DENTON, TX, July 14, 2023 – Kendrick Freeney, 23, was arrested for Murder and is currently in the City of Denton Jail. Bail has not yet been set.

Detectives have learned that Freeney is the brother of the victim’s girlfriend. Fr...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: July 5, 2023

Update: Suspect Charged in Shooting of 10-Year-Old

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, July 5, 2023 – Travis Rollins, 39, is facing two Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon charges following a shooting that left a 10-year-old boy in critical condition.

At 7:42 p.m. Tuesday, multiple callers reported hearing ...

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Posted on: July 4, 2023

Shooting Suspect in Custody as Investigation Continues

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, July 4, 2023 – Travis Rollins, 39, has been arrested following the shooting of a juvenile who is in critical condition.  

At 7:42 p.m., multiple callers reported hearing several gunshots at a mobile home park in the ...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: June 29, 2023

Man Arrested for Cruelty to Non-Livestock Animal

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, June 29, 2023 – The Denton Police Department’s Special Operations Unit has arrested a suspect in relation to the intentional shooting of a Denton resident’s dog this past April. 

On April 12, 2023, Officer...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: May 6, 2023

Critical Incident Investigation Ongoing

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, May 6, 2023 – An investigation is underway after a suspect attempted to kill himself during a traffic stop.

At 2:17 a.m. Saturday, May 6, officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for a speeding violation at W. Hickory S...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: May 5, 2023

Public’s Help Needed in Fatal Motorcycle Crash Investigation

Denton Police Department Media Release

 DENTON, TX, May 5, 2023 – The Denton Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a vehicle that left the scene of Sunday’s fatal motorcycle crash on Robinson Road.  

At 9:03 p.m...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: May 4, 2023

Storage Unit Fire with Victim Found During Search

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DENTON, TX, May 4, 2023 – The Denton Fire Department received a call for a Structure Fire inside the storage unit complex at 621 S. Mayhill Road this evening at 7:45 p.m. 

A DFD fire engine and ambulance arrived on scene in 4 minutes and...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: April 24, 2023

Arrest Made in Homicide Investigation

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, April 24, 2023 – Darontay Dashield, 31, is in custody for Murder following an investigation into the January death of 43-year-old Cory Johnson.

At 10:18 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11, officers responded to a call concerning multipl...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: April 13, 2023

Fatal Crash Under Investigation

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, April 13, 2023 – The Denton Police Department is actively investigating a two-vehicle crash that resulted in a woman’s death and critical injuries to a child.

At 7:33 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, Denton Police and Fire...

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Posted on: April 7, 2023

Update: Second Suspect Arrested in Double Homicide Investigation

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, April 7, 2023 – A second suspect, 29-year-old Benjaminpaul Teal, has been arrested for Capital Murder as part of Denton PD’s continued investigation into last month’s double homicide.

At approximately 10 p...

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Posted on: April 4, 2023

Suspect Arrested for Capital Murder

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, April 4, 2023 — Denton PD detectives have arrested 29-year-old Silvester Williams for Capital Murder in relation to last month’s double homicide.

 At approximately 10 p.m. Thursday, March 23, officers were dispatche...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: March 24, 2023

Double Homicide Investigation Ongoing

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, March 24, 2023 — Detectives and forensics professionals are actively working to determine what events led up to a double homicide in Denton late last night, and who is responsible.

At approximately 10 p.m. Thursday, March 23,...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: February 27, 2023

Wells Fargo Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Feb. 27, 2023 – Jonathan Fleming, a 38-year-old Denton resident, is in custody following investigations into bank robberies in Denton and Flower Mound.

On Nov. 10, 2022, Denton police officers were dispatched to a robbery call at Well...

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Posted on: February 4, 2023

Homicide Suspect Arrested in Oklahoma

Denton Police Department Media Release

Murder suspect Bryan Riojas Avila was arrested this morning in Oklahoma, following the fatal stabbing of one victim in Denton on Friday night. 

At 8:06 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3, officers were flagged down in the 3500 block of N. Elm Street regarding a ...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Public’s Help Needed in Hit-and-Run Crash Investigation

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Jan. 19, 2023 – The Denton Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspect vehicle that failed to stop after striking a bicyclist. 

At 9:52 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, officers were dispatched...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: January 14, 2023

Denton Police Department Death Investigation

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Jan. 14, 2023 — A death investigation is ongoing after a male victim was found deceased at his residence last night.

At 7:36 p.m. Friday night, January 13, officers were dispatched to a residence in the 2000 block of Spinnake...

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Posted on: January 12, 2023

Homicide Investigation Ongoing

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Jan. 12, 2023 — A homicide investigation is ongoing after a male gunshot victim was pronounced deceased at a local hospital late last night.

 At 10:18 p.m. Wednesday night, Jan. 11, officers were dispatched to a shots heard ca...

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Posted on: December 14, 2022

Deceased Person Located During Residential Search

Denton Police Department Media Release

 

DENTON, TX, Dec. 14, 2022 — The body of one male was located on Wednesday morning after detectives served a search warrant on a residence in the 1500 block of Wellington Drive. 

 

Detectives were contacted last...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: December 9, 2022

In-Custody Death Investigation Ongoing

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Dec. 9, 2022 – The Texas Rangers are investigating a Denton Police Department in-custody death after an arrestee experienced an apparent medical episode last week and later died. 

At 11:57 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 30,...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: December 1, 2022

Suspect Arrested in Relation to Fatal Thanksgiving Hit-and-Run Crash

Denton Police Department Media Release

 

DENTON, TX, Dec. 1, 2022 – One male suspect has been arrested after Denton PD detectives witnessed him tampering with the vehicle connected to Thanksgiving’s fatal hit-and-run case. The suspect, identified as 28-year...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: November 27, 2022

Fatal Thanksgiving Hit-and-Run Crash Investigation Ongoing

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Nov. 27, 2022 – The Denton Police Department is seeking the community’s help in identifying a suspect vehicle involved in the death of a pedestrian on Thanksgiving.

At 9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 24, officers responded to a hit-an...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: November 19, 2022

Sex Offender Arrested Following Home Invasion

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Nov. 19, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has arrested a registered sex offender on multiple charges following a home invasion Friday morning.

A female resident reported that an unknown male had broken into her residence and physic...

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Posted on: October 27, 2022

Aggravated Robbery Under Investigation

Denton Police Department Media Release

Update: This suspect was identified as Christopher Mabry. He was arrested on Nov. 4.

DENTON, TX, Oct. 27, 2022 – The Denton Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspect in a Wednesday afternoon aggravated ro...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: October 22, 2022

Suspect Arrested After Causing Destruction Inside City Hall

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Oct. 22, 2022 — One male suspect has been arrested after breaking into Denton City Hall and causing extensive damage to the City Manager’s Office (CMO) suite. 

 

At approximately 10:07 p.m., officer...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: September 28, 2022

Landlord Arrested for Aggravated Assault

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Sept. 28, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has arrested a man for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Family Violence after an investigation into a Sept. 9 incident involving a landlord and tenant living in the sam...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: August 17, 2022

Woman Arrested for Murder Following Drowning

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Aug. 17, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has arrested a woman for Murder after her husband’s drowning death on Tuesday.

At 2:57 p.m. Tuesday, officers and Denton Fire Rescue were dispatched to a drowning call in the 1700...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: June 22, 2022

In-Custody Death Under Investigation

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, June 22, 2022 – The Texas Rangers are currently investigating a Denton Police Department in-custody death that occurred Wednesday.

At approximately 11:42 p.m. Tuesday, officers were dispatched to a disturbance in the 600 block of S. I...

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Posted on: May 25, 2022

Woman Arrested for Murder

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, May 25, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has arrested a 30-year-old woman for Murder after detectives determined she fatally shot her husband last month.

Officers responded to a shooting in the 1100 block of E. Sherman Drive at 9:5...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: May 10, 2022

Update: Suspect Charged with Murder Following Victim’s Death

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, May 10, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has arrested a 24-year-old male for a Monday night shooting that resulted in his family member’s death.

Officers responded to the 1500 block of Bolivar Street at 8:35 p.m. Monday a...

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Posted on: May 10, 2022

Monday Shooting Investigation Ongoing

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, May 10, 2022 – The Denton Police Department continues to investigate a Monday night shooting that left one critically injured.

At 8:35 p.m. Monday, officers responded to a residence in the 1500 block of Bolivar Street after a 911 call...

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Posted on: April 27, 2022

Drowning Victim Found After Search at Clear Creek

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DENTON, TX, April 27, 2022 – The Denton Fire Department (DFD) received a call for a Drowning on Tues., April 26, at 12:44 p.m. in Clear Creek, located inside the Clear Creek Natural Heritage area off Hartlee Field and Collins Roads.

The wife of t...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: April 5, 2022

Second Arrest Made in Injury to a Child Case

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, April 5, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has made a second arrest today in connection to the death of a 7-year-old boy that occurred on April 1. 

As previously released, on April 1, at approximately 7:29 p.m., Denton PD a...

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Posted on: April 2, 2022

Injury to a Child Arrest

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, April 2, 2022 – A 7-year-old with significant signs of injury was declared deceased yesterday, and a man has been arrested in connection to the child’s death. 

On April 1, at approximately 7:29 p.m., Denton PD and D...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: March 31, 2022

Denton PD Investigating Fatality Crash

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, March 31, 2022 — Denton PD is investigating a single-fatality crash that occurred early this morning after a passenger truck crashed into an 18-wheeler. 

Officers were dispatched to mile marker 467 of I-35E near Nort...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: March 24, 2022

Officers Injured During Arrest of Wanted Sex Offender

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, March 24, 2022 — Two Denton PD Homeless Outreach Team Officers sustained non-life-threatening injuries late this afternoon after they contacted a sex offender with outstanding warrants.

At approximately 3:13 p.m., the Homeles...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: March 21, 2022

March 19 Murder Suspect Arrested

Denton Police Department Media Release

 

DENTON, TX, March 21, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has arrested 17-year-old Anshawn Phiffer in connection to the murder that occurred on Saturday, March 19 in the 1300 block of W. Oak Street. 

On March 19 at approximatel...

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Posted on: March 6, 2022

Structure Fire with Victim Found During Search

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DENTON, TX, Mar. 6, 2022 – The Denton Fire Department (DFD) received a call for a Structure Fire near the corner of E. Sherman Drive and Wellington today at 1:55 p.m. The house is a single-family dwelling located in the 2300 block of Royal Acres...

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Posted on: February 25, 2022

Fred Moore High School Student Arrested

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Feb. 25, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has arrested an 18-year-old student at Fred Moore High School after a firearm was found in his backpack on Friday afternoon.

A family member reported to school administration that Marquez R...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: February 22, 2022

Barricaded Person Taken into Custody

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Feb. 22, 2022 – After hours of negotiations with an armed barricaded subject, officers were able to bring 39-year-old Gabriel Temba into custody without incident.

At approximately 8:42 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 21, office...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: January 29, 2022

Suspect Deceased, Hostage Safe Following Officer-Involved Shooting

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Jan. 29, 2022 – A hostage is safe, and the Texas Rangers are continuing to investigate a shooting involving a Denton police officer early Saturday morning.

At approximately 1:30 a.m., Denton Public Safety Communications received a cal...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: January 24, 2022

Woman Arrested for Murder of Grandchild

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Jan. 24, 2022—Denton Police Department investigators have arrested 57-year-old Angela Downing for Murder after her 3-year-old grandson was declared dead on January 22. 

On Jan. 18, officers were notified by Child Protective S...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: January 19, 2022

Denton Police Investigating School Threats

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Jan. 19, 2022 – The Denton Police Department continues to investigate threats against Denton high schools that led to campus lockdowns on Wednesday morning.

At 9:39 a.m., Denton Public Safety Communications received a call threatening...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: January 1, 2022

Denton PD Seeking Community’s Help in Hit-and-Run Crash Investigation

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Jan. 1, 2022 – After a vehicle struck and injured a woman on N. Loop 288 Friday morning, the Denton Police Department is requesting the public’s help in identifying the suspect who left the scene. 

At 3:35 a.m. Friday, officers were di...

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Public Safety Press Releases
Posted on: November 8, 2021

Man Arrested for Murder After Fatal DWI Crash

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Nov. 8, 2021 – The Denton Police Department has arrested a Krum man for Murder after an investigation into a fatal, alcohol-related crash revealed he had multiple Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) convictions.

Investigators determined Damon Brown...

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Posted on: November 5, 2021

Denton Police Arrest Man for Murder

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Nov. 5, 2021 – The Denton Police Department has arrested 39-year-old Zeniff Rudd for the shooting death of Mindy Tenerias, 26, who was murdered earlier this year.

On March 6, officers were dispatched to a shooting at 12:57 a.m. in the...

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Posted on: October 22, 2021

Intoxication Manslaughter Investigation Ongoing

Denton Police Department Media Release

DENTON, TX, Oct. 22, 2021 – An intoxication manslaughter investigation is underway following an early morning crash that killed one person.

At 2:17 a.m., Denton police officers were dispatched to a major, two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Jim Christ...

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Posted on: November 14, 2023

City of Denton’s Monica Benavides Graduates from 2023 Texas Women’s Leadership Institute

Monica Benavides

Denton, TX, Nov. 14, 2023 – The City of Denton is proud to announce that Monica Benavides successfully completed and graduated from the 2023 Texas Women’s Leadership Institute.

Benavides was selected from a competitive field of local go...

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Posted on: November 9, 2023

Traffic Advisory: Section of Bonnie Brae Street to Close for Construction

Traffic Advisory Improving Denton

UPDATE: The road closure is now expected to be completed by Dec. 31.

DENTON, TX, Nov. 9, 2023 – Beginning Monday, Nov 13, N. Bonnie Brae Street will be closed to thru-traffic from N. Elm Street (US77) to Bronco Way/Riney Road for road constructio...

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Posted on: November 3, 2023

City of Denton Wins State Awards for Video Programming

TATOA First Place Trophy 2023

DENTON, TX, Nov. 3, 2023 – On Nov. 2, City of Denton’s Marketing & Communications Department and DTV won six programming awards at the Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (TATOA) Annual Programming Ceremony. These annual awar...

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Posted on: November 2, 2023

City of Denton Parks and Recreation Receives $10,971,904 Grant from TxDOT

Parks Team Receiving TxDOT Grant

DENTON, TX, Nov. 11, 2023 – City of Denton’s Parks and Recreation Department was recently awarded a $10,971,904 grant from Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TA) program. This grant will cover approximately...

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Posted on: October 17, 2023

Denton Municipal Court Receives National Award for Online Resolution System

First place trophy for the Court Capers Challenge

Denton, Texas, Oct. 16, 2023 – Over the last several years, the City of Denton Municipal Court, lead by Judge C. Tyler Atkinson, has strived to be a technology-centric court that removes barriers to improve the case resolution experience. As a r...

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Posted on: October 11, 2023

City Seeking Public Input on Affordable Housing Grant Application

PUBLIC INPUT OPPORTUNITY

DENTON, TX, Oct. 11, 2023 – In alignment with the City of Denton’s Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development and the Denton Affordable Housing Strategic Toolkit, the City of Denton is submitting an application for a $10 million grant from th...

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Posted on: September 27, 2023

City of Denton is Updating Rebate Program

DME Update

DENTON, TX, Sep. 27, 2023 – The City of Denton is updating rebates available to Denton Municipal Electric (DME) customers. Beginning Oct. 1, rebates for new solar installations will be discontinued and the funding for that program will be shifted to the G...

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